First Horizon Bank
Senior Model Risk Consultant
First Horizon Bank, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Location: On site at location listed in job posting
SUMMARY At First Horizon, the Senior Model Risk Consultant, under the supervision of the Director of Model Risk Management, will be responsible for executing best-in-class model validation activities to ensure models across First Horizon are conceptually sound relative to their intended use and performing as expected as well as ensuring compliance with our bank‑wide model risk management framework including its policies and procedures. This key member of the Model Risk Management team will work closely with model developers, owners, and business units to ensure effective governance and minimize model risk.
Primary Responsibilities
Validates CECL, Stress Testing, and other economic models used by the Bank using various statistical and advanced testing techniques
Critically evaluates the conceptual soundness of models and evaluates alternative theories
Designs and executes appropriate tests to determine whether models work as designed and monitors existing models for adequate performance
Work collaboratively with other model risk analysts as well as model owners, developers, and users
Requirements
Master’s degree in Mathematics, Computational Finance, Econometrics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
Three years of work experience validating econometric or time series regression models. Relevant PhD work can be substituted for work experience.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for Model Risk Management with proven track records of delivering regulatory requirements
Strong critical thinking skills and a detail‑oriented nature to challenge models developed internally and by vendors
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary (ability to explain complex ideas in simple, non‑technical language)
In depth knowledge of at least two of the following: DFAST, CCAR, CECL, AML
Preferences
PhD degree in Mathematics, Computational Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, or related field
Five years of experience validating econometric or time series regression models
Skills and Competencies
Strong ability and training in time series regression models
Proficiency in Python and R
Ability to learn additional systems as needed
Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Strong work ethic and self‑motivation
Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About Us First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.
Benefit Highlights
Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
HSA with company match
Maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Mentor program
401(k) with 6% match
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SUMMARY At First Horizon, the Senior Model Risk Consultant, under the supervision of the Director of Model Risk Management, will be responsible for executing best-in-class model validation activities to ensure models across First Horizon are conceptually sound relative to their intended use and performing as expected as well as ensuring compliance with our bank‑wide model risk management framework including its policies and procedures. This key member of the Model Risk Management team will work closely with model developers, owners, and business units to ensure effective governance and minimize model risk.
Primary Responsibilities
Validates CECL, Stress Testing, and other economic models used by the Bank using various statistical and advanced testing techniques
Critically evaluates the conceptual soundness of models and evaluates alternative theories
Designs and executes appropriate tests to determine whether models work as designed and monitors existing models for adequate performance
Work collaboratively with other model risk analysts as well as model owners, developers, and users
Requirements
Master’s degree in Mathematics, Computational Finance, Econometrics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
Three years of work experience validating econometric or time series regression models. Relevant PhD work can be substituted for work experience.
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for Model Risk Management with proven track records of delivering regulatory requirements
Strong critical thinking skills and a detail‑oriented nature to challenge models developed internally and by vendors
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary (ability to explain complex ideas in simple, non‑technical language)
In depth knowledge of at least two of the following: DFAST, CCAR, CECL, AML
Preferences
PhD degree in Mathematics, Computational Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, or related field
Five years of experience validating econometric or time series regression models
Skills and Competencies
Strong ability and training in time series regression models
Proficiency in Python and R
Ability to learn additional systems as needed
Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
Strong work ethic and self‑motivation
Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About Us First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.
Benefit Highlights
Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
HSA with company match
Maternity and parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Mentor program
401(k) with 6% match
More – FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits
Follow Us
X formerly Twitter
YouTube
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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